11 Reasons Chicagoans Have A Love/Hate Relationship With Chicago

Most people love Chicago – unless you happen to be from Illinois. From the hordes of people to navigating the one-way streets, it really can be a pain.
Illinoisans may complain about the city, but most have to admit there are some great things about it too.

As much as Illinoisans like to complain about Chicago, they have to admit they’d be missing out on some really cool sports teams without it. From the Bears to the Blackhawks, Illinois has some great teams with some great fans.

Of course, if the streets are covered, you’ll have to find another spot for your car. The weather is already harsh in Illinois, but combine that with narrow streets and slippery sidewalks that the city never clears, and it can make a simple storm an absolute nightmare.

Everyone – and I mean everyone – in Illinois is tired of hearing about how much out-of-staters love deep-dish pizza. True Illinoisans know the best pies can’t be found at a Lou Malanti’s or a Girodano’s. You’ll have to dig a little deeper to find that.